Veterinary Nurse

Posting date:	16 March 2026
Salary:	£29,000 to £32,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	15 April 2026
Location:	Worthing
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Purosearch
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-57484-20726

Summary

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Worthing

Why Apply?

• £29,000–£32,000 salary (DOE)

  
  

• Independent small animal practice

  
  

• Modern, purpose-built clinic with varied caseload

  
  

• No out-of-hours work
  

  
  

• Supportive team with strong client relationships
  

  
  Working Pattern

  • Full-time permanent position

    
    

  • 38 hours per week

    
    

  • 5 or 4 day week considered

    
    

  • Early shifts from 8:00am

    
    

  • Late shifts finishing at 7:00pm

    
    

  • 1 in 4 Saturday mornings

    
    

  • No out-of-hours work

    
    Salary & Benefits

    Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 per annum (DOE)

    Benefits include:

    • RCVS and VDS memberships paid

      
      

    • Funded and encouraged CPD

      
      

    • Staff discount scheme

      
      

    • Free parking

      
      

    • Sick pay

      
      

    • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

      
      

    • Support to pursue clinical interests and further development

      
      The Role – Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

      You will join a close-knit team of 3 vets and 3 nurses, working across all aspects of nursing in a busy first-opinion practice. The role suits a proactive nurse who enjoys variety and is happy supporting all areas of practice life.

      Key responsibilities include:

      • Assisting in theatre and surgical procedures

        
        

      • Day patient and inpatient care

        
        

      • Running nurse clinics and consultations

        
        

      • Laboratory work and diagnostics

        
        

      • Supporting client communication and patient care

        
        

      • Occasional reception duties, including Saturday mornings

        
        Practice Environment

        Established clinic that has built a loyal and growing client base and places strong emphasis on communication and long-term client relationships.

        Facilities include:

        • Purpose-built, recently refitted practice

          
          

        • Separate dog and cat wards and waiting areas

          
          

        • Digital and dental radiography

          
          

        • Ultrasound imaging

          
          

        • Multi-parameter monitoring equipment

          
          

        • Dedicated nurse consulting room

          
          

          The caseload is varied, with particular interests in rabbits, ferrets and wildlife care. The practice also benefits from visiting specialists in imaging, cardiology, orthopaedics, dermatology and endoscopy, providing excellent learning opportunities.

          To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

          And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral.

          Ref no: JOB-57484